Post-study work rights for 14 top study destinations

16-NOV-2022 | Opportunities to work during or after studies play a huge part in student decision making when planning for study abroad. ICEF Monitor created a summary of post-study work rights for 14 top destinations. You’ll also find information on how much students can work while their studies are in session.

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Post-study work visas and the best countries to work in after studying

One of the appeals of studying abroad is the opportunity to experience a new work culture via post-study work visas. According to the 2019 International Student Survey report from QS, when choosing a country to study in, 35% of respondents want to be able to get a work visa after graduation. In some circumstances, like in case of Canada, the right post-study work visa can be the first step towards becoming a permanent resident of the country that hosted you during your education.

If you’d like to stay abroad after your studies, these English-speaking countries offer the best work visa schemes for international students based on length of stay.